Post doctoral position in powder diffraction studies using synchrotron radiationat the Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University.Ref number SU FV-2.3.1.5-3698-13. Deadline for applications: 7 January 2013

Subject area: Synchrotron powder diffractionThe Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry, Stockholm University is one of the leading departments in inorganic materials chemistry and structural characterization (www.mmk.su.se). We seek a post-doctoral scientist to develop the cooperation between MMK, Uppsala University and research groups in Germany on synchrotron X-ray powder diffraction studies of technological important materials and competence development for characterising crystal structures and order/disorder in solids by synchrotron X-ray powder diffraction, e.g. by analysis of pair distribution functions. Data will mainly be collected at PETRA-III in Hamburg, Germany. The work will involve to chart existing capabilities for measurements at ambient and non-ambient (e.g. high/low temperatures) conditions and different in situ cells (e.g. with applied electric/magnetic fields), establish contacts with beam line scientists, and then plan and carry out relevant experiments for materials of different research groups at Stockholm and Uppsala University.

EligibilityThe applicant should have a PhD in Chemistry or Physics with a strong focus on powder diffraction. Experience in other techniques such as EXAFS and/or neutron diffraction but also Mössbauer are meriting. Previous working experience at a synchrotron facility is an advantage. The applicant needs to have a PhD not older than 3 years.

Selection criteriaThe selection is based primarily on scientific excellence. Preference will be given to applicants with experience of using powder diffraction techniques for the study of inorganic materials.

Conditions of employmentThe position is full time at the department of Materials and Environmental chemistry for one year, 10-20% of the time will be spent at synchrotron sources. It can be prolonged with another year if funding is found although with a total maximum of two years.

For more information, please contact Prof. Gunnar Svensson, tel +46-(0)8-164505, e-mail
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ApplicationAll applications (including a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, copies of scientific degrees and transcripts of academic records (all attested) and the names and contact information of two references) received not later than 7 January 2014 will receive full consideration. The application should be submitted as one PDF-file.

Please send your application, marked with the reference number SU FV-3698-13 no later than 7 January 2014 by email to:
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The University of Ulster wishes to appoint two suitably qualified applicants to two positions of Research Associate at the HySAFER Centre. A job description, personnel specification and details of how to apply are available from our e-recruitment website atwww.ulster.ac.uk/jobs.

The closing date for receipt of applications for these posts is Friday10 January 2014.